After the delta form, this time the new omicron form of the corona is peeking around the world. India has not been spared from Omicron’s concern either. Omicron has also put its paw in this country. To address this, the government has decided to first give booster vaccines to the country’s healthcare workers, first-line workers, and people over 60 with co-morbidity. At the same time, it has decided to expand immunization among 15-16-year-olds.
In other words, as a result of this decision, the Covid-19 vaccine will be given to 20.4 crore people in the country. Of this, 8.4 crore vaccines have been allocated for 15 to 18-year-olds. Three crores are allocated for healthcare and first-aid workers. 100 million vaccines for persons over 60 with co-morbidity.
In a speech to the nation on December 25, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that from January 3, 15- to 16-year-olds will be vaccinated against the Covid vaccine. Based on the 2011 census report, it has been decided to give 8.4 crore vaccines. India has approved the emergency use of Biotech’s Covaxin for people over 12 years of age under certain conditions, under certain conditions.
